Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries (Identified)
- Employer
- UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
- Location
- Camperdown, Australia
- Salary
- An attractive remuneration package
- Closing date
- 28 Oct 2024
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- Academic Discipline
- Art, Performing Arts & Design, Communication & Media Studies, Social Sciences, Arts & Humanities
- Job Type
- Academic Posts, Professors / Chairs
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Details
- Exciting opportunity for an outstanding creative leader or academic to provide Indigenous leadership within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
- Based at Camperdown Campus, Sydney, close to parks, public transport hubs and shopping districts
- Continuing full-time position with an attractive remuneration package
About the opportunity
This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). Should your application be progressed, your recruiter will be in touch to advise you on how to confirm Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander status.
With the introduction of the new University of Sydney Enterprise Agreement 2023-26, the University has committed to establishing and advertising new continuing teaching and research academic positions.
The University of Sydney welcomes applications for a Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries (Teaching and Research) in the School of Art, Communication and English, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
The School of Art, Communication and English (SACE) is recognised nationally and internationally for its research strengths in literary studies, creative writing, performance, visual arts, art history, film studies, communication and media practice. The School has significant resources in terms of students, staff, and facilities for the production of a range of forms of culture, including television and video, podcasting, theatre making and artworks.
The Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries role is designed for a recognised leader in the creative and cultural industries, or a senior academic within the areas for which SACE is recognised. The position will work closely with First Nations leadership within the university in order to drive priorities and achieve ambitions under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment Plan 2022-2024 and the University's One Sydney, Many People Strategy currently being renewed. For more information, please view the following link.
Working across all SACE disciplines, this role focuses on providing guidance and leadership as to how the resources of the School can best be used to support decolonisation and First Nations sovereignty in Australia. The role will build strong connections with Indigenous communities and peak Indigenous creative organisations. It may involve working on embedding First Nations histories, cultural protocols, Indigenous Cultural and Intellectual Property, and ways of doing, being and sharing knowledge into the Faculty’s curricula, and may also provide leadership for Indigenous-led research in the School. The successful incumbent may be involved in leading school-based projects including curriculum revision, teaching, research and engagement and will play a key role in the development of a University First Nations’ creative plan.
As a leading authority within their industry or discipline and/or with an international reputation for excellence, the Professor of Indigenous Cultural and Creative Industries will contribute to the leadership and strategic direction of the university by participating in collegial governance and decision-making, fostering excellence, guiding academic staff and students, and actively contributing to research, scholarship, policy development, and innovation within and beyond the university.
About you
Applicants should demonstrate the following criteria, and include a response to each of the Selection Criteria as part of their application:
- Identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander
- Deep knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural and Creative Industries and practices
- A doctorate in any of the disciplines in the School (Art History, Creative Arts, Film Studies, Theatre and Performance Studies, English and Writing or Media and Communications), or equivalent professional experience in First Nations creative and cultural industries
- Recognised leadership in the cultural and creative industries and/or proven international standing for academic excellence demonstrated through original, innovative and distinguished contributions to scholarship and research
- Demonstrated community engagement and experience in leading impactful collaborations, projects and/or strategic initiatives
- Demonstrated leadership skills, including undertaking significant administrative and/or committee positions
- Desirable: an ability to coordinate and engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences which meet the university’s expectations and standards for education.
Term and remuneration
Full-time, continuing position.
The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.
How to apply
Applications (including a CV and cover letter outlining how your skills, capabilities and experience meet the requirements for the role) must be submitted via the link below. Please refer to the candidate information brochure for further details.
Candidate Information Brochure
For further information
For a copy of the candidate information brochure, a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out your application, please contact:
Andrew Norton
Managing Partner
1300 347 437 (Australia) or +61 3 9016 6000 (international)
The University has engaged executive search firm Fisher Leadership to assist with this appointment. The Fisher Leadership team will support the Selection Committee to identify the widest possible field of qualified candidates and to assess candidates against the requirements for the role.
Address for applications
To submit your application, please visit the Fisher Leadership website and apply online, quoting reference UOSpic0924.
Other
To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance will be provided if required.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
Closing date for applications
11.59 pm, Monday 28 October 2024
© The University of Sydney
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Company
The University of Sydney was established in 1850 and is consistently recognised, both locally and internationally, for its outstanding teaching and research excellence. Sydney alumni include Prime Ministers, Governor Generals, Nobel Prize winners and leaders in every field of endeavour.
The University offers a comprehensive range of courses, including a number of disciplines unique in Australia. Teaching is spread across nine different state-of-the art campuses, located across New South Wales.
The University of Sydney’s commitment to excellence in research has resulted in an outstanding record in national competitive funding and underpins an approach to teaching which has won nominations for excellence and resulted in high student satisfaction ratings. The University has 78 research centres and institutes and is home to three ARC Centres of Excellence.
The teaching, research and cultural life of the University is supported by extensive facilities, including the largest library collection in the Southern Hemisphere, the world-class Nicholson Museum of archaeological antiquities, the Macleay Museum of natural history and ethnographic collections and the University Art Gallery. Its outstanding sporting and recreation facilities provide a training centre for students and Olympic athletes.
The University of Sydney is a key member of the Group of Eight Australian major research-intensive universities, and the Worldwide Universities Network.
Campuses
The University of Sydney has nine official campuses.
1. Camperdown/Darlington Campus.
2. Cumberland Campus. Home to the Faculty of Health Sciences (based in Lidcombe).
3. Mallett Street Campus. Home of the Sydney Nursing School.
4. Sydney Conservatorium of Music Campus. In Macquarie Street, central Sydney.
5. Rozelle Campus. Home to Sydney College of the Arts.
6. Surry Hills Campus. Home to the Faculty of Dentistry.
7. Camden Campus. Contains facilities connected to the Faculty of Veterinary Science and the Faculty of Agriculture and Environment.
8. Burren Street Campus. Facilties are currently under development.
9. Sydney Medical School campuses. These include the School of Rural Health (in Dubbo and Orange), the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Concord Hospital, Westmead Hospital, the Children’s Hospital at Westmead, Nepean Hospital, Northern Clinical School, Sydney Adventist Hospital, Broken Hill University Department of Rural Health, and Northern Rivers University Department of Rural Health.
Faculties
The University of Sydney has 16 faculties.
1. Agriculture and Environment
2. Architecture, Design and Planning
3. Arts and Social Sciences
4. Business (Business School)
5. Dentistry
6. Education and Social Work
7. Engineering and Information Technologies
8. Health Sciences
9. Law (Sydney Law School)
10. Medicine (Sydney Medical School)
11. Nursing and Midwifery
12. Pharmacy
13. Science
14. Sydney College of the Arts
15. Sydney Conservatorium of Music
16. Veterinary Science
Number of Employees
Full-time employees: 7616
For more information, please visit: http://sydney.edu.au/
- Telephone
- +(61) 2 9351 2222
- Location
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UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
NEW SOUTH WALES
2006
AU
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